Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for India

DDOI12INA156NWDB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

10.20

Year-over-Year Change

-34.03%

Date Range

1/1/1983 - 1/1/2020

Summary

The Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for India measures the foreign claims of banks headquartered in Bank for International Settlements (BIS) reporting countries as a percentage of India's GDP. This metric provides insight into India's exposure to external financial risks.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

This economic indicator tracks the stock of cross-border claims, such as loans and debt securities, held by banks in BIS-reporting countries against borrowers in India. It offers a gauge of India's integration with global financial markets and the potential transmission of external shocks to the Indian economy.

Methodology

The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) based on reports from central banks and monetary authorities.

Historical Context

Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess India's vulnerability to external financial risks and the potential impact of global economic events on the Indian economy.

Key Facts

  • India's consolidated foreign claims to GDP ratio was 25.6% in 2021.
  • This metric has increased from 16.3% in 2005, reflecting India's growing financial integration.
  • The data is reported quarterly by the Bank for International Settlements.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for India measures the foreign claims of banks headquartered in BIS-reporting countries as a percentage of India's GDP.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insight into India's exposure to external financial risks and its integration with global financial markets, which is important for policymakers and analysts assessing the potential impact of global economic events on the Indian economy.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) based on reports from central banks and monetary authorities.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: Policymakers and analysts use this metric to assess India's vulnerability to external financial risks and the potential transmission of global economic shocks to the Indian economy.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is reported quarterly by the Bank for International Settlements, so there may be a short update delay compared to more frequently reported economic indicators.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Consolidated Foreign Claims of BIS-Reporting Banks to GDP for India (DDOI12INA156NWDB), retrieved from FRED.